The Youth Tour provides students with much more than a sightseeing trip. Participants
explore our nation’s capital, visit historic monuments and the Smithsonian museums, tour Capitol Hill and learn more about American history and government.

Students also have the opportunity to meet with members of North Carolina’s congressional delegation and gain a firsthand understanding of the legislative process.

In addition to the trip, South River EMC Youth Tour participants are eligible for a $1,000 college scholarship for the Cooperative, and the opportunity for two additional scholarships through our statewide organization.

Another important part of Youth Tour is learning about the cooperative business model and the role electric cooperatives play in their communities.

Along the way, students will meet other young people from across North Carolina and the country, creating friendships and memories that can last a lifetime.

The experience also helps students develop leadership, communication and civic engagement skills.

South River EMC selects students from our service area to attend Youth Tour at no cost to the students.

In addition to the trip, South River EMC Youth Tour participants are eligible for a $1,000 college scholarship for the Cooperative, and the opportunity for two additional scholarships through our statewide organization.

Youth Tour is an opportunity to step outside the classroom, experience our nation’s history firsthand, meet new people and discover new possibilities for the future.

South River EMC is proud to provide this experience and help prepare young people to become tomorrow’s leaders.